How many syllables in “approximations”?
syllables in "approximations"
Word details
Syllables
5
appr · oxim · atio · ns
Letters
14
a · p · p · r · o · x · i · m · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “approximations”
The word “approximations” contains 5 syllables, divided as appr · oxim · atio · ns. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "approximations" have?
"approximations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "approximations" into syllables?
"approximations" is divided into syllables as: appr · oxim · atio · ns.
What is the Scrabble score for "approximations"?
The Scrabble score for "approximations" is 27 points.
Using “approximations” in writing
"approximations" (appr · oxim · atio · ns) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “approximations” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.